1987 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1988 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Daihatsu Cuore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Daihatsu Cuore would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1987 Daihatsu Cuore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Daihatsu Cuore | 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Cuore | 164 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2670 mm |
